Why Most Business Owners Burn Out by March

January feels hopeful. Calendars are clean, goals are set, and energy is back after the holidays. But by March, many business owners are exhausted, frustrated, and wondering why the year already feels heavy. This isn’t bad leadership; it’s a predictable pattern. Burnout doesn’t happen because leaders don’t work hard. It happens because they start the year unrealistic. Here’s how to prevent it.